Detain a suspect

What The decision to hold someone suspected of a crime while the investigation moves forward or while waiting for a custody hearing.

Who A prosecutor (åklagare), a public official at the Prosecution Authority (Åklagarmyndigheten), who leads the preliminary investigation but is not elected.

How A person who is detained has the right to a defence lawyer, and the prosecutor's decision is reviewed quickly by a court if it is to continue.